1972 Audi Variant vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 406 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Variant | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
