1962 Lotus Elan vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lotus Elan | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Elan | Sigma |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2520 mm |