1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Fiat 125
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 125 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1967 Fiat 125 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 1967 Fiat 125. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
