1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 33 | Giulia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
