1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Sunbeam |
| Model | Alpine | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
