1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 240 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 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 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Uno | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1000 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 |
