1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, both 1982 Dodge 600 and 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600, 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
