1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | 128 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
