1988 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 23 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | BX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
