1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 663 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zodiac | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
