1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 106 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 610 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
