1960 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1977 Audi Fox is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 83 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox, 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | 1977 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Audi |
| Model | Alpine | Fox |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
