2002 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 244 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 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 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Civic | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
