1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Luce | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
