1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 33 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 3600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
