1953 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 22 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 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 1975 Chrysler Centura 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. 1975 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chrysler |
| Model | Alpine | Centura |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
