1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
Model | B 10 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |