1984 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
