1973 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 719 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.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Alpine | V70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
