1984 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escort | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
