2001 Nissan Laurel vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Laurel | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Laurel | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
