1954 Sunbeam Alpine vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine.
Because 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alpine | Colt |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2267 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 110 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
