2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | Brera | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
