1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Sigma | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
