1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, both 1976 Mazda RX-4 and 1976 Sunbeam Alpine were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
Model | RX-4 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |