1960 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Sunbeam Alpine | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Sunbeam | Tata |
Model | Alpine | Indica |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |