2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 75 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena, 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Siena | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
