1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 1940 mm |
