2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 56 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1953 Sunbeam Alpine has manual transmission. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Sunbeam |
Model | TrailBlazer | Alpine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 163 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |