1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
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 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 912 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1967 Porsche 912 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 Porsche 912. 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 33 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
