1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 882 kg more than 1964 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Nissan |
| Model | Alpine | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
