1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 BMW Touring

To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 118 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.

Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Alfa Romeo 33 1973 BMW Touring
Make Alfa Romeo BMW
Model 33 Touring
Year Released 1983 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 1573 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2510 mm


 

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