2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 645 kg more than 1961 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Holden | Sunbeam |
Model | Berlina | Alpine |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |