1968 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1971 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 1971 Sunbeam Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1971 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | 1971 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Colt | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1725 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
