1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 671 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
