1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 21 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 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | GAZ | Sunbeam |
| Model | 3110 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
