1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 55 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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, 2008 Opel Insignia (350 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2008 Opel Insignia 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. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Opel |
| Model | Alpine | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2737 mm |
