1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 485 kg more than 1963 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Aerostar | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2190 mm |
