1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 253 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 33 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |