1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Alfetta | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
