2009 Audi A4 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Audi | Sunbeam |
| Model | A4 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
