1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1000 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
