1960 Holden FC vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 875 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FC | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
