2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 135 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 1976 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 1976 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, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Punto | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
