1974 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1974 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Sunbeam Alpine | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | MR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1724 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |