1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. 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, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kadett | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
