1960 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Sunbeam | Honda |
Model | Alpine | Civic |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |