1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | Maestro | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
