1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Meteor | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
