1981 Audi 80 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | 80 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
