1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 514 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
