2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | C5 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
