1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 18 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 37 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taft | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2190 mm |
