2002 MG ZT-T vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 MG ZT-T is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG ZT-T weights approximately 595 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG ZT-T | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | MG | Sunbeam |
| Model | ZT-T | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
