1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
Model | 2600 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |