1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Talbot |
| Model | Alpine | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
