1974 Honda 1300 vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300.
Because 1976 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 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300, 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, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda 1300 | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | 1300 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1725 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |