1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Move, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Sunbeam |
| Model | Move | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
