1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, both 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1984 Peugeot 505 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 390 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 1984 Peugeot 505 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 1984 Peugeot 505. 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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 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 | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 33 | 505 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |