1999 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Because 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
