1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 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 112 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 910 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. 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 1973 Seat 1430. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
