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 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 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 205 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 33 17
Year Released 1984 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 1698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 78 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 76.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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