1995 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
Model | Escort | Alpine |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |