1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 57 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 165 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (193 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2010 Mazda 6 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mazda |
| Model | Alpine | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
