1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 56 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 715 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Sunbeam | SsangYong |
Model | Alpine | Rexton |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |