1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 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 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 30 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda RX-7 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | RX-7 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
