1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 48 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Citroen |
| Model | Alpine | C3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
