1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | 100 NX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
