1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 45 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Nissan |
| Model | Alpine | Micra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
