1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 33 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
