1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 16 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | 33 | Delta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |