1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,723 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 35 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
Model | Alpine | Baleno |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2490 mm |