2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 180 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | CX-9 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
