2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mercury | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mariner | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
