1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
