1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | F-250 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
