2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | C5 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
