1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 48 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 987 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Nissan |
| Model | Alpine | Quest |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3000 mm |
