1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 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 157 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 966 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
