1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
