1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Imp
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Imp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Imp would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Imp weights approximately 172 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 1964 Sunbeam Imp | |
Make | Alpine | Sunbeam |
Model | A 110 | Imp |
Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 27 L |