1976 Mini MK III vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, both 1976 Mini MK III 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Mini MK III, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mini MK III | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Mini | Sunbeam |
Model | MK III | Alpine |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |