1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 276 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mini Metro | Sigma |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |