2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 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 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Subaru | Sunbeam |
| Model | Outback | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
