1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 802 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
