1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (176 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berline | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
