2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1048 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Land Rover | Sunbeam |
| Model | Discovery | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
