1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sierra | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
