2003 Ford Ka vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 38 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 38 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 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 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ka | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1000 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 |
