1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 14 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 34 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 112 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
