2001 Nissan MM vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 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 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | MM | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 40 L |
