1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 19 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 537 kg more than 1953 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Biscayne | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 110 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
