1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,779 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. 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 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
