1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 1 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
Model | Giulia | Alpine |
Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |