1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 810 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 133 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
