1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 870 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 33 | Fury |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3060 mm |