1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 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 9 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 8 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 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | 33 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.2 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
