1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 374 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
