2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 564 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mondeo | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
