1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1500 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
