1982 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Sigma | 504 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
