1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (84 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fiesta | 33 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
