2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Pajero | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
