1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 54 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 85 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
