1984 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma and 1975 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 128 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sigma | Galant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
