1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1958 AC 2-Litre 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 1958 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2-Litre | 33 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
