1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 646 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
