1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 57 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, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 2012 Opel Combo, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Sunbeam | Opel |
Model | Alpine | Combo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |