1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 58 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 185 kg more than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Prius |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |