1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 12 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 70 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Giulietta | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
