2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 18 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
