1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 597 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
