1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 28 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 33 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 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 33 | i10 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
