2002 Nissan Quest vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 520 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Quest, 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, 2002 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1954 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Quest | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
