1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 120 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | AC | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ace | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
