2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 34 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1970 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Catera | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Catera | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
