1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 55 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
