2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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, both vehicles can yield 127 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Skoda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Fabia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
