1983 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 20 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 19 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Arna | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
