1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1986 Nissan Pulsar were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 33 | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |