1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Swift 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Swift (102 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
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 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Swift. (108 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 33 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2250 mm |
