Sunbeam Alpine Series IV

Sunbeam Alpine Series IV - key facts

First introduced in 1964, the Sunbeam Alpine Series IV ended production in 1965.
60mph was reached in 9.1 seconds.
Maximum speed of the Sunbeam Alpine Series IV was 98 mph.
12,406 of the Sunbeam Alpine Series IV were produced.

Sunbeam Alpine Series IV Specifications
Production	12,406
From	1964
Until	1965
Bodywork
Body Style	Sports
Dimensions
Length	12ft 11in	3.96m
Width	5ft 01/2in	1.54m
Wheelbase	7ft 1in	2m
Front Track	4ft 33/4in	1.31m
Rear Track	4ft 33/4in	1.31m
Kerb Weight	2220lb/0.991ton	1007kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1592cc	97cu in
Bore	3in	81.5mm
Stroke	3in	76.2mm
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Compression ratio	9.1:1
Power Output	82bhp @ 5200rpm	81PS @ 5200rpm
Specific Output	52bhp/litre	0.84bhp/cu in
Torque Output	94lbft @ 3800rpm	127Nm @ 3800rpm
Specific Torque	80Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Solex
Performance
Power to weight	83bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph	9.1 seconds
Top speed	98mph	158km/h
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 or Automatic
Number of gears	4