1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 59 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1013 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Sunbeam | Nissan |
Model | Alpine | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 525 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
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 | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |