1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 385 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 33 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
