1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 598 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulia | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
