1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 54 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Renault Logan, 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Renault |
| Model | Alpine | Logan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
