1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 271 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac 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 | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
