1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 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 40 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Simca | Sunbeam |
Model | 1301 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |