1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 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 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
