1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 71 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Xsara | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
