1971 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, both 1971 Autobianchi A 112 and 1971 Sunbeam Alpine were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi A 112. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi A 112 | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 112 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
