1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Pajero |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2430 mm |