1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 616 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 33 | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |