1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (129 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
