1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | 33 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
