1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 75 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
