1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
