1972 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina 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 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
