1975 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
