1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot 1510 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) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Talbot 1510. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot 1510. (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | 33 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
