1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Corvette | Alpine |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |