1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Tempo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
