1996 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
