1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4600 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. 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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
