1955 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
