2000 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 19 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2000 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aceca | Sigma |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |