1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 425 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Sigma | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2625 mm |
