1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 485 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 750 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
