1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 30 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |
