1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 25 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 518 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mitsubishi Verada | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
Model | Verada | Alpine |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |