1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1981 Audi 4000 is newer by 26 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 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1955 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Audi |
| Model | Alpine | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
