2009 Ford Ka vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 136 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Sunbeam |
| Model | Ka | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2190 mm |
