1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1957 Austin A 55
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. Both 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1957 Austin A 55 are equipped with a 1,489 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1957 Austin A 55 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 1957 Austin A 55. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1957 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
