1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 990 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
