1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 405 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1954 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
Model | Catera | Alpine |
Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |