1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 510 kg more than 1979 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kadett | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
