1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 43 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 160 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
