Sunbeam Alpine Series I
Sunbeam Alpine Series I - key facts
- Introduced in 1959, the end came for the Sunbeam Alpine Series I in 1960.
- The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 78 bhp.
- The Sunbeam Alpine Series I accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 14 seconds.
- Maximum speed of the Sunbeam Alpine Series I was 98 mph.
- 11,904 of the Sunbeam Alpine Series I were produced.
| Sunbeam Alpine Series I Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Production | 11,904 | |
| From | 1959 | |
| Until | 1960 | |
| Bodywork | ||
| Body Style | Sports | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 12ft 11in | 3.96m |
| Width | 5ft 01/2in | 1.54m |
| Wheelbase | 7ft 1in | 2m |
| Front Track | 4ft 2in | 1.3m |
| Rear Track | 4ft 2in | 1.3m |
| Kerb Weight | 2135lb/0.953ton | 968kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine displacement | 1494cc | 91cu in |
| Bore | 3in | 79mm |
| Stroke | 3in | 76.2mm |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Compression ratio | 9.2:1 | |
| Power Output | 78bhp @ 5300rpm | 77PS @ 5300rpm |
| Specific Output | 52bhp/litre | 0.86bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 89lbft @ 3400rpm | 121Nm @ 3400rpm |
| Specific Torque | 81Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Twin Carburettor | |
| Carburettor make | Zenith | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 82bhp/ton | |
| Acceleration 0-50mph | 10.2 seconds | |
| Acceleration 0-60mph | 14 seconds | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 19.8 seconds | |
| Top speed | 98mph | 158km/h |
| Fuel consumption | 31mpg | 13km/l |
| Chassis | ||
| Engine location | Front | |
| Engine alignment | Longitudinal | |
| Driven wheels | Rear | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Coil Spring | |
| Rear Suspension | Beam axle half eliptic leaf | |
| Brakes | Disc front, Drum rear | |
| Gearbox type | 4 speed Manual with Overdrive option | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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