1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
Model | 15 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1945 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2190 mm |