1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1969 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Aerostar | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
