1946 Citroen 15 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
Model | 15 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1946 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1030 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 |