1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 289 kg more than 1989 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Delta | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
