1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
