1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 701 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Sigma | 10 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
