1997 Ford Contour vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 390 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Contour | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
