1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 198 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.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
