2010 Audi A5 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 750 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 1971 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 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, 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, 2010 Audi A5 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A5 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2510 mm |
