1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1993 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1955 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 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 1993 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
