1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 42 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 772 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Sunbeam | SsangYong |
| Model | Alpine | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |
