2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 27 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 675 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2520 mm |
