1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 725 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
