1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 99 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
