1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Holden Camira

To start off, both 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1984 Holden Camira were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira 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.

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 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo 33 1984 Holden Camira
Make Alfa Romeo Holden
Model 33 Camira
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 78 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2580 mm


 

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