1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 345 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero (239 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1982 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
