1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 205 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Morgan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
