1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Rocky | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
