1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 32 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Beijing | Sunbeam |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
