1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 175 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Camaro | Alpine |
Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 163 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |