1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
