1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 141 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 RX-8 (215 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mazda |
| Model | Alpine | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
