1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1966 Trabant P 601 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 385 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Sunbeam | Trabant |
Model | Alpine | P 601 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 24 L |