1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Lumina | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 110 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
