1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 47 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 40 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
