1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1968 Alpine A 110 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Sunbeam Tiger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Sunbeam Tiger would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 1967 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Alpine | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 110 | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |
