1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 908 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.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 33 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 113 L |
