1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari A10 weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ascari |
Model | Sigma | A10 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2636 mm |