1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1987 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
