1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
