1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 28 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 935 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Venza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |