1960 AC Aceca 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 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 AC Aceca 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 26 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca.
Because 1960 AC Aceca 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 AC Aceca. 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, 1960 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aceca | 33 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |