1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 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 159 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. 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 1964 Trabant P 601. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Trabant |
| Model | Pajero | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2030 mm |
