1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 22 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1132 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.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |
