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Sunbeam Alpine

General information

ModelSunbeam Alpine
Year1969
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1724 ccm (105.20 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
Transmission3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1724 ccm (105.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power72.00 PS (53 kW or 71 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque123.00 Nm (12.5 kgf-m or 90.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke68.0 x 60.4 mm (2.7 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Gearbox3-speed automatic or 4-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0713 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1010 kg (2,226.7 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity27.0 litres (7.13 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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