1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 48 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 70 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mazda |
| Model | Alpine | 2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
