2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Exige | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
