1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 4 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 25 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
