1978 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Accord | Alpine |
Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |