2009 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 960 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Pajero | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
