1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
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 Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
