1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
Model | A 40 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1954 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |