1983 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. 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 49 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
Model | Sigma | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1820 mm |