1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 672 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 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
