2008 Seat Leon vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 260 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 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Seat | Sunbeam |
Model | Leon | Alpine |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |