1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1984 Lotus Esprit is newer by 30 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 233 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Esprit | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Lotus | Sunbeam |
Model | Esprit | Alpine |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |