1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 55 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 149 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2010 Hyundai Getz, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Hyundai |
| Model | Alpine | Getz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
