1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 776 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
