1975 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,961 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1961 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
