1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 Audi Super 90 is newer by 13 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, 1968 Audi Super 90 (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi Super 90 | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
Model | Super 90 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |