1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 75 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
