1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine

To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 495 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Renault Safrane 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
Make Renault Sunbeam
Model Safrane Alpine
Year Released 1996 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1592 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 76.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 40 L


 

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