1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Nissan 211 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
