2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 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 105 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 505 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
