1982 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 600 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Pajero | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
