1987 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 24 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 33 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 322 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | AX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
