2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 13 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 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thesis | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
