1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 12 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | GT | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
