1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |