1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 825 kg more than 1962 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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cordoba | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 995 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 |
