1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 559 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 33 | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |