1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 488 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 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Xantia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2190 mm |
