2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 478 kg more than 1965 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mondeo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
