1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3-Litre | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
