1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1969 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | 6000 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 27 L |
