1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 850 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
