1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma 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 | 1985 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
