1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 58 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
