2005 Mazda Carol vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 14 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 131 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carol | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
