1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |