1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 33 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
