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Sunbeam Alpine

General information

ModelSunbeam Alpine
Year1954
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating48 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2267 ccm (138.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2267 ccm (138.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power80.7 PS (59 kW or 80 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque163.00 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 120.2 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression7.4:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 110.0 mm (3.2 x 4.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed153.0 km/h (95.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0623 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3910 litres (1,033 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (437.0 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4280 mm (168.5 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2490 mm (98.0 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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