1975 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 564 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1975 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Sunbeam Alpine | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Sunbeam | Ford |
Model | Alpine | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |