1982 Austin Marina vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 2 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 313 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Marina | Sigma |
Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |