1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 385 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
