1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiorino, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Fiat |
| Model | Alpine | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
