1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Abarth 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 124 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1085 kg |
