1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 528 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.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Sigma | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |