2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cherokee | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
