1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 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 65 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 33 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
