1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 36 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 1989 Volvo 440, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Alpine | 440 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
