1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 33 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
