1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior 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:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Junior | Sigma |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |