2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Corsa | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
