1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Austin Allegro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | Allegro | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
