1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 41 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |
