1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Fiat |
| Model | Alpine | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
