1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno 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 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 24 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Uno | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
