2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1972 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Toyota | Sunbeam |
| Model | Avanza | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
