2009 Renault Clio vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Clio | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
