1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo 33 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 33 Touareg
Year Released 1984 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 4171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 100 L


 

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