1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 22 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1070 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 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 33 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
