1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Charmant | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |
