1995 Innocenti Mille vs. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Mille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 146 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Mille | 1972 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Innocenti | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mille | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
