1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 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 86 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
