2008 Renault Megane vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane 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 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Renault Megane (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Megane | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |
