1975 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3400 mm |
