1961 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, both 1961 Sunbeam Alpine and 1961 BMW Isetta were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Sunbeam | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1510 mm |
