1962 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alpine | Astra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
