1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1965 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 110 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2190 mm |
