1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 47 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 198 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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Honda |
| Model | Alpine | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1198 kg |
