1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
