1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 710 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.
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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | Caprice | Alpine |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |