1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
