1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Sunbeam |
| Model | 2000 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
