1977 Seat 133 vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1977 Seat 133 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 299 kg more than 1977 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Seat 133 | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
Model | 133 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2190 mm |