1982 Austin Marina vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 19 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 22 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 148 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | Marina | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
