1993 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | BX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
