1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 51 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Corolla |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |