1963 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Sunbeam Alpine (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Alto |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 55 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
