1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 175 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Morgan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
