1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Sapporo | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
