1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 262 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Sunbeam |
| Model | Lancer | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
