2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 481 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mondeo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |
