2001 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 62 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Barchetta | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Barchetta | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
