1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
Model | Appia | Alpine |
Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |