2007 Kia K2700 vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Kia | Sunbeam |
| Model | K2700 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
