1971 Audi 100 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1971 Audi 100 is newer by 8 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | 100 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
