2002 Honda Life vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 27 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 8 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1975 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Life | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
