1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 47 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
Model | Alpine | Corsa |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |