1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 6 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sigma | 411 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
