1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1961 Austin A 55
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1961 Austin A 55 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 1961 Austin A 55. 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 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1961 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
