1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 11 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 30 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Super 5 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
