1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 14 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 368 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | AMC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Pacer | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
