1970 Sunbeam Rapier vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 5 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), 1970 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Sunbeam Rapier | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Sunbeam |
| Model | Rapier | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
