2005 Toyota Vitz vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Toyota | Sunbeam |
| Model | Vitz | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
