1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
