1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1980 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Maxi weights approximately 70 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1980 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
