1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 563 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
