1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (80 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1955 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1955 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Minica | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
