2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1954 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 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Fiat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Bravo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
