1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 562 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Abarth | Sunbeam |
| Model | 500 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |
