2004 Morgan 4 vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan 4 | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Morgan | Sunbeam |
Model | 4 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 110 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |