2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 108 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grande Punto | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
