1969 Ford Capri vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
Model | Capri | Alpine |
Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |