1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1954 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2267 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |