1961 Skoda 1202 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1202 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1202. 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Skoda 1202 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1202 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
