1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1964 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1964 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine 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 61 more horse power than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (18 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 770 kg more than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Suzuki Fronte. (33 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1964 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 360 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 33 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2060 mm |
