2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 35 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 206 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 147 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
