1962 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep CJ5 | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | CJ5 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2190 mm |
