1969 Ford Capri vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 16 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Capri | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
