1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1975 Volvo 240

To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 10 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.

Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Sunbeam Alpine 1975 Volvo 240
Make Sunbeam Volvo
Model Alpine 240
Year Released 1965 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1723 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2650 mm


 

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