1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. 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 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
