2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ibiza | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
