2009 Saturn Sky vs. 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Sky | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Saturn | Sunbeam |
| Model | Sky | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
