1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
