2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
Model | C5 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |