2001 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 750 kg more than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Discovery | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Land Rover | Sunbeam |
Model | Discovery | Alpine |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 163 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |