1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 30 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 187 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cavalier | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
