2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1974 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 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio, 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, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Palio | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
