1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1962 Innocenti 950 is newer by 7 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Innocenti 950 | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Innocenti | Sunbeam |
Model | 950 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |