1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Tracker | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
