2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Punto | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
