1969 DAF 44 vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine

To start off, both 1969 DAF 44 and 1969 Sunbeam Alpine were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.

Compare all specifications:

1969 DAF 44 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
Make DAF Sunbeam
Model 44 Alpine
Year Released 1969 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 842 cc 1724 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 65 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2510 mm