1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corsair | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
