1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1984 Dodge Omni 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Omni. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Omni weights approximately 90 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, 1984 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Omni 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 | 1984 Dodge Omni | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 33 | Omni |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
