1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 19 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 368 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
