1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
