1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | Jeepster | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
