1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 206 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 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica 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 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
