2005 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escort | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
