1988 Honda Legend vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 35 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 150 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
Model | Legend | Alpine |
Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |