1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (158 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 455 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
