1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 33 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3800 mm |
