1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Maverick | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2190 mm |
