1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1404 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
