1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 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 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sierra | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2190 mm |
