1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 250 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Suzuki |
| Model | Alpine | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2210 mm |
