1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 588 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model 33 Golf
Year Released 1984 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1508 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4212 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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