1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
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1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tipo 61 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2890 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |