1961 Mazda R 360 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mazda R 360 | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R 360 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2520 mm |
