2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 711 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mercury | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mountaineer | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 110 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
