1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1963 Toyota Crown 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 1963 Toyota Crown. 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, 1963 Toyota Crown (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 33 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
