1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1985 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 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 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 1985 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
