1968 Moretti Coupe vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1968 Moretti Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Coupe | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Moretti | Sunbeam |
| Model | Coupe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
