1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Corsair weights approximately 3 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
