1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 30 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 370 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | GTV | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
