2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Sunbeam |
| Model | i10 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
