1979 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 235 kg more than 1963 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | CX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
