1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 9 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 865 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cordoba | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2190 mm |
