1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 1 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Abarth | Sunbeam |
| Model | 2400 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
