2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Corolla | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Toyota | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corolla | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
