1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Chevette | 33 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
