1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 162 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Alfasud | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
