1950 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Lancia Aurelia | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aurelia | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
