2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1598 kg more than 1975 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Silverado | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2510 mm |
