1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 26 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
Model | Fleetwood | Alpine |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |