1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1100 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |