1970 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 600 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. 1999 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1970 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Holden |
| Model | Alpine | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
