2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Kangoo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
