1966 Holden EH vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1966 Holden EH is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Holden EH.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden EH | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Holden | Sunbeam |
| Model | EH | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
