1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 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 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1967 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 1967 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 (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | 17 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |