1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Naked | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
