1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 30 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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 1991 Citroen ZX, 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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | ZX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
