1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
