1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Coupe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
