1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 51 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 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 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 215 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |