1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 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 40 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2200 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
