1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 275 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, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |