1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 102 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 362 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
