1979 Ford Taunus vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Ford Taunus is newer by 15 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Taunus weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Taunus | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Taunus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 40 L |
