1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 90 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 676 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sigma | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
