1979 Simca 1100 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100, 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Simca | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1100 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
