1983 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Pajero | 166 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
