1985 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 20 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 450 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | CX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2190 mm |
