1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 33 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
