1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 451 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
