1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 416 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C21 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
