1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 14 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 5 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 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Gol |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |