2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Express | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 110 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
