1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1986 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1986 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 49 more horse power than 1986 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1986 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1986 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Proton |
Model | 33 | Saloon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |