1999 Nissan Laurel vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 120 kg more than 1953 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 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 1999 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Laurel | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Laurel | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
