1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Ford Puma
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 15 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 17 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Puma weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2001 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
