1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | 33 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
