1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1199 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |
