2008 Opel Speedster vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Speedster | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Speedster | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
