Chrysler Sigma

The Chrysler Sigma was a version of the Mitsubishi Galant, which was produced by the Chrysler plant in Adelaide from 1977 in Australia. As a Mitsubishi 1980 took over this work, the car was renamed Mitsubishi Sigma. 1987 this model was discontinued; Successor was the Mitsubishi Magna.

Year by year

GE series (1977-1980)

The first sigma from Australia came in October 1977 on the market, replacing the outgoing GD series of the Mitsubishi Galant. They were initially equipped with the Chrysler emblem. With the GE series of new Mitsubishi Astron engine was introduced to the Australian market; the 1.6 liter - Mitsubishi Saturn engine was also available in the base model Galant Sigma. The mid-range was the Sigma GL, the one with the 1.85 - was delivered and 2.0 liter Astron engines and a manually operated four-speed gearbox. The top model Sigma SE was initially only available with the Astron 2000 engine and three-speed automatic. It had an unheard of luxury, even with folding rear seats.

In March 1978 there was an imported two -door coupe version called Sigma Scorpion, which was based on the Mitsubishi Sapporo, and six months later there was a station wagon for the whole series.

A manual-shift five-speed gearbox gave it as standard equipment only in the SE since 1979 and in January 1980 the 2.6 -liter Astron engine was desired in the GL and the SE version. This engine was the quietest and most powerful four-cylinder engine from Australian production and was known for its high torque; he made 73 kW (99 hp) at 4800 rpm. and had a torque of 188 Nm at 2400 rpm. This engine was used in Australia and in the Magna Series and Triton - series vans, as well as the Pajero 4x4 to 1996.

The Sigma GE - Series has been replaced by the revised GH Series in May 1980.

GH series (1980-1982)

The GH series came in May 1980 and was compared to the previous revised front and rear significantly. Interestingly, she appeared in Australia in 1980, while mounted on the Japanese home market and in New Zealand Mitsubishi Sigma GH series were introduced in 1979.

The mechanics corresponded to the previous model with the exception of no longer offered 1.85 L - engine. The basic model was called just now instead of Sigma Sigma Galant, to avoid confusion with the Mitsubishi Galant was avoided.

Between GL and SE there was a GLX model, which is touted as a sports package. There was a limited edition model Peter Wherrett, which was named after the Australian motoring journalists, who was allowed at Mitsubishi Australia improve the handling of the Sigma after he had complained about it.

In October 1980, the Chrysler Sigma was renamed Mitsubishi Sigma, since the Japanese had bought the car from Chrysler activities in Australia.

In September 1981, Mitsubishi introduced in cooperation with the turbocharger specialists Garrett manufactures a limited edition of 500 Sigma Turbo, the first car made ​​in Australia with a turbo engine. The supercharged 2.0 -liter Astron engine delivered 158 hp (116 kW) and 235 Nm of torque.

In February 1982, the GH series was discontinued.

GJ series (1982-1984)

The revised Sigma Series GJ came out in March 1982 and was based on the 1980 Mitsubishi Galant for the Japanese market. The sedan models had received a complete facelift, while the combination models were new only forward from the bulkhead; the residue was GH standard.

Engines and transmissions corresponded to the previous model, but were strengthened: the 2.0 - liter now delivered 95 hp (70 kW) and 152 Nm and the 2.6 - liter 103 hp (76 kW) and 192 Nm.

A sports model, the Sigma GSR was also offered with either the 2.0 liter or the 2.6 - liter and had either a manual-shift or an automatic transmission. The equipment included alloy wheels, disc brakes on all four wheels, a sport steering wheel and black finish of the otherwise chrome parts, such as window frames and door handles.

In June 1983, the base model was renamed Sigma XL, so that the equipment found with the compact car of the group, the Mitsubishi Colt coincided.

In October 1983, the luxurious Super Saloon Sigma was introduced, which was classified above the SE trim line; he was with the 2.6 L - supplied machine and either a manual-shift five-speed manual or a three -speed automatic. For Luxury amenities included alloy wheels, refined interior than in SE (even the trunk was completely lined with carpet), electric windows, air conditioning, power steering, additional interior lights ( glove box, door, reading lights ) and additional storage compartments.

Also, two-tone paint was offered in this model; special color combinations were light blue / dark blue metallic and light brown / dark brown.

The sigma of the GJ- series was the only Australian car in the 1980 - Jahen that has been exported to Europe ( formerly the Australian Valiant Chrysler exported ). The car was introduced in the UK both as a sedan and station wagon under the brand name Lonsdale.

GK series (1984-1985)

The GK series was launched in March 1984. It was reworked, both inside and outside.

Outside the JSA had a new hood and a shallower grille, and new taillights (which in some markets in 1982 appeared ) and a new rear apron, wherein the token now sat beneath the rear bumper.

Interior has been improved the equipment of the models. The seats were different in some models (especially in the GL), and all models could be equipped with power windows, which was also rare and not available on previous models.

The basic model Sigma XL came with the 1.6 -liter or 2.0 - liter engine.

In the SE model, there was Veloursitze adjustable with adjustable head restraints, armrests and rear folding rear seat backrests.

The chrome trim rings on the instruments ( like the fell off ) were replaced with black paint, and the door panels were two colors in some models.

Reading lights in the center of the roof in front and on the C-pillars were now at Sigma SE standard. Power steering and electric windows were available on request. The SE models had a standard double line around the whole car and chrome rear turn signals.

There were a number of other changes in the Sigma GK, eg complete lining of the trunk with carpet and plastic protections for the lights. A painted trunk inner surface with only economical carpet equipment was delivered in Sigma GN; also the plastic protection for the bulbs were missing. The doors had in the SE model red Wegbeleuchtungen below.

Mechanical corresponded to the GK series FY, only the SE model had rear disc brakes as standard equipment.

The GSR was sportier front and rear spoiler, as well as 15 " alloy wheels, and it was there only with the 2.6 liter - Engine in conjunction with the five-speed manual gearbox. The Sigma GSR also had a sport steering wheel, black door frame and door handles, and rear disc brakes.

GN series (1985-1987)

The facelift of the previous GK series was released in July 1985 as GN series and was compared with the previous models only in the GL facilities available. The model range has been streamlined since the new Mitsubishi Magna was presented with front wheel drive in April 1985, which was intended to replace the Sigma in Australia.

The GN series had some changes in the external equipment, especially a matte black finish on the lower part of the body and the renunciation of the revolving chrome strip of the earlier models compared to its predecessor. The newly designed front grille reminiscent of the earlier SE grill, there were new axle caps and on request as before with the SE models alloy wheels.

Larger changes occurred in the combined models, since the Magna station wagon in 1987 came on the market, with a new, higher roofline, which enlarged the interior of the car, as well as a rear spoiler mounted on it. In the years 1986 and 1987, these suits were also exported to New Zealand. Although they (who was the new Magna similar but narrower and equipped with smaller engines ) over the front wheel drive Mitsubishi Sigma, which was sold in New Zealand, were old models, they sold quite well, in particular for vehicle fleets.

The engine range of the Sigma series GN covered the 2.0-liter Astron engine (70 kW/95 hp at 5,600 rpm. 152 Nm at 2400 rpm and. , Compression ratio 9.5:1 ) and 2.6 liter Astron II engine (83 kW/113 hp and 200 Nm at 2400 rpm 5.200/min, compression ratio 8.8:1 ). The Astron II engine had compared to previous models including a new cylinder head with hydraulic tappets ( which replaced the manually adjustable push rods of the first series) and flat pistons. The oil pressure switch was now back to the engine block. In December 1985, the 2.0-liter versions were discontinued, as a conversion of the old engines on unleaded gasoline in January 1986 was uneconomical for Mitsubishi.

The last generation of the Sigma was the beginning of 1987 set since now the new Magna station wagons were presented and the model range across the whole spectrum was available.

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