2002 Kia Retona vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 872 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Retona | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
