1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Alpine | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
