2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Panda | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
