2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 785 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ranger | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
