1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 510 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Sunbeam |
Model | Electron | Alpine |
Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2190 mm |