2001 Lada 110 vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 40 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada 110 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1961 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 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada 110, 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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada 110 | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Lada | Sunbeam |
| Model | 110 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
