1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Sigma | i40 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |