1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 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, 1999 Citroen C3 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 134 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, 1999 Citroen C3 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | C3 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
