1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 16 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 198 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 33 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
