1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alpine | 146 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
