1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 31 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 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Sigma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2554 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
