1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 130 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona 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 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 33 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
