1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
