1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan 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 34 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 212 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Hudson | Sunbeam |
Model | Metropolitan | Alpine |
Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2190 mm |