1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1957 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Sigma | Isis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
