1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma

To start off, both 1980 Lancia Trevi 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 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi.

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 Lancia Trevi, 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 (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Lancia Trevi 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
Make Lancia Mitsubishi
Model Trevi Sigma
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 2554 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 1195 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2520 mm


 

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