1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1963 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 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, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 150 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taunus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
