2012 Suzuki Equator vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Equator | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Suzuki | Sunbeam |
| Model | Equator | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
