1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 130 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 33 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
