2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 18 kg more than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Solstice | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
