1994 Seat Marbella vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 29 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 51 more horse power than 1994 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Seat Marbella. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Seat Marbella | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
Model | Marbella | Alpine |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2190 mm |