1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 33 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
