1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
