1981 Bitter SC vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Bitter | Sunbeam |
| Model | SC | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
