2003 Ford Ka vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 40 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ka | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
