1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 378 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
