1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 554 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Xterra | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
