1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 45 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alpine | Astra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
