2000 Honda Insight vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Insight | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
