1973 Sunbeam Rapier vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Sunbeam Rapier | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rapier | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
