1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1986 Rover 825i is newer by 2 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 436 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i 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 | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 33 | 825i |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
