1965 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpine | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1723 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3210 mm |
