1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 1999 Toyota XYR is newer by 46 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, 1999 Toyota XYR (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR.
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, 1999 Toyota XYR, 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, 1999 Toyota XYR (175 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota XYR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 1999 Toyota XYR 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. 1999 Toyota XYR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | XYR |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
