1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
