2007 Kia Rio vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 43 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 80 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, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
Model | Rio | Alpine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |