1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Megagamma | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
