1969 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Sunbeam Alpine | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | MR2 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1724 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |