1996 Honda Today vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Today | Sigma |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |