1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1983 Plymouth Turismo were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 33 | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
