1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Vivace | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |
