2003 MCC Smart vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
