1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 21 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 930 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 33 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
