1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | RunX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1134 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
