1973 Lancia Beta vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
