1972 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1972 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 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Alpine | 2002 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alpine | Agila |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
