1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 21 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 148 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 33 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
