1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1958 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
