1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1963 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 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 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Beijing | Sunbeam |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
