1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 600 | 33 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |