1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 112 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 33 | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |