2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 43 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, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Sunbeam Alpine (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1964 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
| Model | Spark | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
