1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade 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) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 274 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Charade | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2190 mm |
