1978 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 8 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 1 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Avenger. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 1978 Chrysler Avenger has manual transmission. 1978 Chrysler Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Avenger | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Sunbeam |
| Model | Avenger | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
