2009 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Focus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
