1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, both 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1984 Chevrolet Sprint were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 46 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 33 | Sprint |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |