2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 457 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V, 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 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Sunbeam |
| Model | CR-V | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
