1976 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 885 kg more than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpine | Astro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
