1983 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Sigma | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| 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 | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
