1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Lancia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Delta | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
