1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 1985 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
