2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Dacia | Sunbeam |
| Model | Logan | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
