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Sunbeam Alpine 1600

General information

ModelSunbeam Alpine 1600
Year1960
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating47 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1591 ccm (97.08 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1591 ccm (97.08 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power80.00 PS (59 kW or 79 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque127.00 Nm (12.9 kgf-m or 93.7 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.1:1
Bore x stroke81.5 x 76.2 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0804 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3350 litres (885 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight995 kg (2,193.6 pounds)
Overall length3950 mm (155.5 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2190 mm (86.2 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)
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