1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1985 Seat Malaga
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Seat Malaga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Seat Malaga 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 117 more horse power than 1985 Seat Malaga. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1985 Seat Malaga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 Seat Malaga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Seat Malaga. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Seat Malaga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1985 Seat Malaga | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Sigma | Malaga |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
