1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Aurelia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
