1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1985 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 265 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 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. 1985 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
