1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 47 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Citroen |
| Model | Alpine | C3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
