1999 Honda Today vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine

To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 24 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 24 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

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