1960 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 395 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Sunbeam Alpine | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
Model | Alpine | Zafira |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |