1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1951 Toyota SA
To start off, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Toyota SA would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1951 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 100 kg more than 1951 Toyota SA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1951 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | SA |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
