2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 36 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 275 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 145 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
