2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
Model | Panda | Alpine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |