2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1961 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 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo, 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, 1961 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Doblo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
