2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 38 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 470 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Spider | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
