2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
