2003 Audi TT vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 310 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, 2003 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | TT | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
