2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 721 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mustang | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
