2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
