1964 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 261 kg more than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpine | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 117 L |
