2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. 2009 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1973 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Liberty | 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jeep | Sunbeam |
| Model | Liberty | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
