1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 15 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum.
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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum 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 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 33 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
