1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 37 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpine | Quantum |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |