1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 7 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 1 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
Model | 125 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |