1968 Innocenti Mini vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (41 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Innocenti Mini | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Innocenti | Sunbeam |
Model | Mini | Alpine |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |