1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Idea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Fiat |
| Model | Alpine | Idea |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
