1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 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 38 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 1972 Mazda 818. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 33 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
