1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 455 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 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Sunbeam | Subaru |
Model | Alpine | Impreza |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2624 mm |