1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1364 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Express | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2190 mm |
