1970 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Opel |
| Model | Alpine | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
