1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 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 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
