2004 Nissan Quest vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 820 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Quest | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
