1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 336 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 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
