1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 46 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Scenic weights approximately 250 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, 2011 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Renault |
| Model | Alpine | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
