1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 24 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, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | iQ |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |