1973 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 566 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. 1977 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1973 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Avanti |
| Model | Alpine | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
