1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1983 Ford Granada 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 1983 Ford Granada. 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
