1973 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 149 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
