1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
