2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 48 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 85 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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Lada | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kalina | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
