2004 Honda Element vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 211 kg more than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Element | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
