1981 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac 1000 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1000 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
