2007 Ford Escape vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Escape (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escape | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 40 L |
