1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 13 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Vauxhall |
| Model | Alpine | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
