1964 Ford Taunus vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Taunus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Taunus (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taunus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
