1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 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 Volvo V70, 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Alpine | V70 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
