1984 Honda Quintet vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 14 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, 1984 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Quintet | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Quintet | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
