1986 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1961 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 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Civic | Alpine |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |