1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,779 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
