1986 Opel Omega vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 33 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, 1986 Opel Omega (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Omega | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Omega | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 110 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
