1993 Kia Capital vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 30 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, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 296 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
Model | Capital | Alpine |
Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |