1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 755 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
