1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (120 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Citi |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1780 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
