2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Holden Rodeo is newer by 50 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Holden | Sunbeam |
| Model | Rodeo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2480 mm |
