2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Palio | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
