1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
