1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 817 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
