1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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 (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 190 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
