2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 47 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 596 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.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | SsangYong | Sunbeam |
| Model | Korando | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
