1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1959 Steyr 500
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500 would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 585 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500. 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 (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1959 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Steyr |
Model | Sigma | 500 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |