1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1180 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1820 mm |
