1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
