1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 28 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
Model | Fleetwood | Alpine |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2190 mm |