1981 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 16 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 425 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
Model | Granada | Alpine |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2190 mm |