1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 166 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
