1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
