2004 Honda Fit vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 65 kg more than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, 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, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Fit | Alpine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |