2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 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 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kangoo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
