1984 Tatra T613 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1984 Tatra T613 is newer by 1 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Tatra T613 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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, 1984 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1984 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1984 Tatra T613 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:
| 1984 Tatra T613 | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Tatra | Mitsubishi |
| Model | T613 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
