2009 Ford Escape vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Escape | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
