1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 10 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Violet | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
