1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 902 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 33 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
