1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1600 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
