2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 601 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (171 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sigma |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |