1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 106 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Alfasud | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
