1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 250 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1954 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Sunbeam |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 45 L |
