1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 740 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.
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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime 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 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
