1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 46 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1955 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | F-150 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
