1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1976 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 214 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 1976 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Sunbeam | Triumph |
Model | Alpine | TR6 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |